HEAVY FOLDERS

June 2006, the “185° Rgt. Ricognizione ed Acquisizione Obiettivi” (Target Acquisition Regiment) airborne “FOLGORE” (185° RAO) commissioned to EXTREMA RATIO the developing of a special knife based on specifications concerning their special duties. The 185° RAO, is the only unit in the Italian Armed Forces in charge of long range recons and to acquire several kind of targets to be engaged with...

This new version of the well known Extrema Ratio Rao, comes with a new drop blade and an improved upper rounded sides handle for better ergonomic grip. The extra safe block turns it into a real fixed blade knife allowing hard chopping performances with no risk of injuries. The sheath hold the knife in open position in case of frequent use, or in close position inside the front pocket. It comes...

This model is the evolution of the Fulcrum Folder (out of production since 2005), the first folding knife produced by Extrema Ratio according to the specifics of an Italian anti-terrorism unit. The requirements were: an extremely robust blade that could be used as a lever; toughness comparable to a fixed blade; an ultra secure blade lock; a knife that could be carried in pistol's magazine pocket....

This model is the evolution of the Fulcrum Folder (out of production since 2005), the first folding knife produced by Extrema Ratio according to the specifics of an Italian anti-terrorism unit. The requirements were: an extremely robust blade that could be used as a lever; toughness comparable to a fixed blade; an ultra secure blade lock; a knife that could be carried in pistol's magazine pocket....

The structure of the Nemesis is similar to the M.P.C.. It is however more suitable for defence use. The blade is quite thick and flat grinded. It is strong and sharp. The upper hilt prevents the hand from slipping onto the blade. The long handle emerges from the hand and allows the knife to be used for applying pressure or non-lethal blows. The blade is blocked through a lever mechanism which...

M.P.C. (Multi Purpose Compact). One of the more robust folding knives on the market, it incorporates all the characteristics of the Fulcrum II, but its heavier blade allows for more efficacious cutting blows, useful in field work. The blade is in the "drop" version and has an upper hilt that works well with the profile of the blade. The handle, of generous size, allows for use with the blade...

Extrema Ratio is proud to present the new version of RAO, which has been acquired by Aeronautica Militare (Italian Military Airforce). It comes with a special survival kit which is fastened to the nylon sheath by a M.O.L.L.E. system. Free shipping. The kit includes: - Whistle - Compass - Paracord - Flint and striker - Purification tablets - Snare wire - Wire saw - Light - Diamond sharpener....